Christian Training Apps | Spiritual & Leadership Development Tools

Lessons.church is a completely free, open‑source curriculum platform created by ChurchApps to equip churches and ministries of all sizes with high‑quality, Bible‑based teaching resources — without cost or paywalls. Built on the conviction that limited budgets should never limit discipleship, it hosts content from multiple trusted providers, covering preschool through adult studies, with over a thousand lessons available. The platform’s Open Lesson Format standardizes curriculum delivery across devices — from TVs and mobile apps to presentation software — so teachers can focus on ministry instead of media prep. Churches can schedule lessons, access videos and leader guides instantly, and keep all age groups aligned on the same biblical themes. By removing financial barriers, Lessons.church frees up church resources for other Kingdom work, modeling a sustainable, collaborative approach to faith‑tech that prioritizes accessibility, stewardship, and theological integrity.

Kingdom Training is a non-profit organization dedicated to equipping Christian leaders with the tools and strategies needed to accelerate disciple-making movements through effective media use. Their comprehensive training program, known as Media-to-Disciple Making Movements (M2DMM), offers free courses covering topics such as vision clarification, media platform selection, prayer network initiation, and content creation. The curriculum is designed to help leaders develop a strategic approach to ministry that leverages media to reach and disciple people effectively. With a focus on practical application and biblical principles, Kingdom Training empowers individuals and organizations to make a lasting impact in their communities and beyond.

Zúme Training is a free, non-profit online and offline training platform designed to equip small groups of believers to make disciples who multiply. The training consists of 10 sessions, each lasting approximately 2 hours, focusing on practical disciple-making principles and simple church planting strategies. Participants engage in group discussions, watch instructional videos, and complete exercises to develop skills such as sharing God's story, leading simple churches, and identifying persons of peace. The training is self-facilitated, accessible in over 40 languages, and is intended for groups of 3 to 12 people.

Devoutly is a daily guided experience from Guideposts, a nonprofit using tech for Jesus to inspire spiritual growth, emotional resilience, and deeper purpose. Through uplifting videos, Scripture-based reflections, and interactive exercises, Devoutly helps believers align their lives with God’s calling. It’s a fresh extension of Guideposts’ legacy—bringing devotional wisdom into the digital age with clarity, encouragement, and Christ-centered transformation.

Study Gateway is a subscription-based streaming platform offering video Bible studies from bestselling Christian authors and teachers. Produced by HarperChristian Resources, the content spans topics like discipleship, emotional health, evangelism, and biblical literacy—featuring voices like Max Lucado, Lysa TerKeurst, and Jennie Allen. While the platform serves churches and small groups, it operates under HarperCollins Christian Publishing, a for-profit imprint of HarperCollins, with tiered pricing for individuals, groups, and congregations.

Foster the City equips churches to support foster families through a purpose-built mobile app that streamlines care coordination, prayer requests, and team communication. Developed by a registered nonprofit, the app helps Advocates and Support Friends stay connected and respond quickly to needs—removing barriers and strengthening community. This is tech for Jesus in action: empowering the Church to say yes to more children and build lasting support systems rooted in love, prayer, and presence.

Life After Pornography Coach is a self-directed mobile app designed to help individuals reduce unwanted pornography viewing using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Created by clinical psychologist Dr. Cameron Staley and developed by the team behind Get Your Marriage On!, the app includes a 10-week video course, guided meditations, journaling tools, and a peer support board called “Flight Crew.” The approach is research-backed and secular in tone, with no explicit religious content, though the developers are known for faith-based marriage tools.

Formed is a vibrant Catholic streaming platform powered by the nonprofit Augustine Institute, using tech for Jesus to deliver award-winning studies, movies, audiobooks, and parish programs. With content from over 100 faith-filled providers, Formed equips believers to grow deeper in their walk with Christ—whether at home, in church, or on the go. It's a shining example of mission-driven media that forms hearts, minds, and communities for the Kingdom.

Engage Spaces is a commercial engagement platform built for mission-driven organizations. It helps ministries and nonprofits track, train, communicate, and connect with staff, volunteers, and supporters. Features include event scheduling, team messaging, training modules, CRM tools, and impact analytics—all in one customizable dashboard. Engage Spaces is a for-profit company, not a nonprofit ministry. Churches and organizations pay for access, and the platform is positioned as enterprise-grade software for faith-based teams.

MxU is a subscription-based training platform designed to equip church worship and tech teams with video courses, coaching, and volunteer management tools. While it markets itself as a ministry resource, it operates as a commercial service with tiered pricing plans, positioning itself more as a professional training company than a nonprofit.

The Gameplan is a discipleship and leadership development platform that provides structured video courses, coaching, and resources for churches. It’s designed to help pastors and ministry leaders implement intentional growth strategies for their congregations. While it presents itself as a ministry tool, it operates as a commercial service with subscription-based access, making it a profit-modeled entity rather than a nonprofit resource.

DevelopMe is a leadership content platform designed for the modern learner. It provides curated training resources, growth pathways, and development tools for individuals and teams, with a focus on leadership skills and workplace effectiveness. While it offers valuable content for professional and personal growth, it operates as a commercial product,